In Sanatan Dharma, Ekadashi holds immense importance for devotees of Lord Vishnu. Rangbhari Ekadashi, also known as Amlaki Ekadashi, observed during the Shukla Paksha of the Phalguna month, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. This day is marked by special rituals and fasting.
Ekadashi fasting occurs twice monthly, during Krishna Paksha and Shukla Paksha. Rangbhari Ekadashi, in Phalguna, is believed to liberate devotees from sins and grant Moksha. Moreover, it commemorates Lord Shiva bringing Goddess Parvati to Kashi and applying gulal, hence the celebration.
Rangbhari Ekadashi 2025 Auspicious Timings
According to the Vedic Panchang:
- Ekadashi tithi starts: March 9th, 2025, at 7:45 PM
- Ekadashi tithi ends: March 10th, 2025, at 7:44 AM
- Therefore, Rangbhari Ekadashi fast: March 10th, 2025.
Here are further auspicious timings
- Brahma Muhurat – 4:59 AM to 5:48 AM
- Vijay Muhurat – 2:30 PM to 3:17 PM
- Godhuli Muhurat – 6:24 PM to 6:49 PM
- Nishita Muhurat – 12:07 AM to 12:55 AM
- Sunrise – 6:36 AM
- Sunset – 6:26 PM
- Moonrise – 2:51 PM
- Moonset – 11th March at 4:59 AM
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Rangbhari Ekadashi 2025 Vrat Parana
- The Parana (breaking the fast) occurs on March 11th, between 6:35 AM and 8:00 AM.
- Devotees should then donate food and essentials.
Rangbhari Ekadashi symbolises the coming of the Holi festival, and is very important within the city of Kashi(Varanasi) in particular.
Things to Do on Rangbhari Ekadashi
- Offer prayers to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva.
- Apply gulal (colored powder) to deities and family members.
- Observe a fast (Vrat).
- Visit Shiva temples, especially in Kashi.
- Listen to or recite Ekadashi Vrat Katha.
- Perform Amlaki tree puja.
- Donate food and essentials to the needy.
- Break the fast (Parana) at the auspicious time.
- Participate in festive celebrations and processions.
Things Not to Do on Rangbhari Ekadashi
- Consume rice, grains, or beans during the fast.
- Engage in negative or harmful activities.
- Speak lies or use harsh words.
- Consume non-vegetarian food or alcohol.
- Cut down the Amlaki tree.
- Sleep during the day.
- Neglect the cleanliness of the puja area.
- Show disrespect to elders or deities.
- Overindulge in food after breaking the fast.
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